MAMTA YADAV UPSC 2020-21 Rank-5

Mamta Yadav, who secured All India Rank 5 in the 2020 UPSC Civil Services Examination, made history as the first woman from her village in Basai, Gurugram, to clear the exam and become an IAS officer. After completing her graduation in Physics from Hindu College, Delhi University, she attempted the UPSC exam twice. Her first attempt in 2020 earned her AIR 556, and she was initially assigned to the Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS). However, her desire to join the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) motivated her to attempt the exam again, securing a remarkable AIR 5 in 2020.

Mamta Yadav pursued her schooling in Delhi and went on to complete her Bachelor of Science in Physics from Hindu College, Delhi University. Her academic foundation in Physics helped her choose this subject as her optional paper during the UPSC exams, which contributed to her success.

Mamta hails from a small village called Basai in Gurugram. Her father, Ashok Yadav, works in a private company, while her mother, Saroj Yadav, is a homemaker. Her family played a crucial role in her success, supporting her throughout her journey despite the modest background.

Mamta Yadav's desire to join the IAS stemmed from her vision of serving the nation and making a tangible impact on society. Coming from a background where women’s education was not a priority, she wanted to break the stereotypes in her community. Her interest in governance and the influence of seeing how administrative services can help address social inequalities further fueled her ambition. She is particularly passionate about women’s empowerment and educational development and intends to focus on these areas as an IAS officer.

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Mamta’s journey to success was not without its challenges. In her first attempt at UPSC CSE, she secured AIR 556, which led to her training for the IRPS. However, her strong resolve and desire to achieve her dream of becoming an IAS officer made her try again. The second attempt came with intensified pressure, self-doubts, and an increased workload, but she persevered through long hours of preparation, self-study, and consistent practice with mock tests and previous year’s question papers. Despite her family’s financial limitations, they fully supported her dreams, which fueled her determination.